HMCS Chicoutimi 2004 fire health survey

The first part of a health surveillance survey on the possible long-term health effects to those who were on HMCS Chicoutimi when it caught fire 15 years ago has been released in Halifax.

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VIDEO: In 2004, an electrical fire knocked out power and lights aboard HMCS Chicoutimi. The pitch-black sub filled with smoke. Once the fire was out, one submariner died en route to hospital.Today, a new study found 60% of the crew developed PTSD within five years.

Spent some time today w/ Derek Speirs. He was on HMCS Chicoutimi when fire broke out in 2004. He now lives with a broken back as a result of a PTSD induced seizure. He also has problems breathing. His story & thoughts on the Navy’s health study of the crew tonight @CBCTheNationalhttps://pbs.twimg.com/media/D_ORfQVXUAEIIfH.jpg